Oldham’s ‘A’ team celebrate on A-Level results day – with double success for identical twins

Oldham’s ‘A team’ has seen the number of A* and A grades, A* to C and A* to E grades improving across the board, with students now working towards a range of careers including medicine, genetics, dentistry, chemical engineering, sonography, interior design and the civil service after opening their results.

At North Chadderton Sixth Form there was double the delight for identical twins Danielle and Francesca Hulme. The twins both achieved two distinctions and a C grade, and they’re both off to Leeds University, Danielle to study sports therapy and Francesca to study event management.

Birthday boy Connor Beswick celebrated turning 18 by opening his results, with two distinctions in business and law and a D in English Language.

Cllr Elaine Taylor, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, visited Oldham Sixth Form College on results day

It was an emotional morning at Oldham Sixth Form as students celebrated their best results in recent years, and the learners opening their T Level results at Oldham College included Jadon, who achieved a merit in his Technical Qualification in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning. 

Over at Crompton House, 92 per cent of students secured their choice of university and high achievers included Alexia who moved to England just four years ago. She earned a B in English literature, B in English Language, an A in her EPQ Extended Project Qualification and a B in business, and at Blue Coat Sixth Form 10 future doctors will now go on to study medicine.

Francesca and Danielle Hulme were delighted with their results

Cllr Mohon Ali, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills, said: “I’m absolutely delighted to see such strong performance in our A-Level results this year.

“I’d like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to every student for their achievements—and a sincere thank you to parents, carers, and leadership teams for their continued support.

“As we celebrate today, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring every young person in Oldham has access to the resources, guidance, and ambition they need to thrive—at A-level, T-Level, at university, in training and apprenticeships, and beyond.”

And Cllr Shaid Mushtaq, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, said: “I’m so proud of all our young people for the dedication, hard work, and determination they’ve shown to achieve these results. 

“Today is a celebration of your talent and commitment, and I know you will go on to do amazing things for yourselves and for our community.”